Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Patriots players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Amari Kelly, a 6'9'' center who graduated from GMU in 2024 and currently plays professionally in Latvia, played a significant role in VEF Riga's dominant victory over one of the league's weaker teams, LU, with a final score of 104-66 in a highly anticipated derby match in the Optibet Latvian-Estonian Basketball League on Wednesday night. In his first game of the season for VEF Riga, Kelly showcased his talent by achieving a double-double, scoring 14 points and grabbing 10 rebounds in just 17 minutes of play. This remarkable performance is even more impressive considering that Kelly is only in his third season in professional basketball. Despite his relatively short time in the pro league, Kelly's impact on the court has been undeniable, positioning himself as a finalist. His exceptional 14-point, 10-rebound performance against LU not only contributed significantly to VEF Riga's victory but also highlighted his skills as a champion. With his team currently placed third in the league standings, Kelly's presence on the court continues to make a difference in their pursuit of success.
#2. Ghanaian player Josh Oduro, a 6'9'' forward aged 25, is a former Friars alumnus from 2024. He played for GMU between 2019 and 2023, earning an All-Atlantic 10 First Team award during his time there. Currently, he is showcasing his skills in professional basketball in Australia. In a recent game, Oduro led Melbourne United to a resounding 86-61 victory over the Phoenix, one of the league's weaker teams with a 1-2 record. This impressive win came during a derby game in the Australian National Basketball League. Oduro's stellar performance earned him the MVP title for the game, as he scored 21 points and grabbed 8 rebounds in just 26 minutes of play. Notably, this is only his third season in professional basketball. Melbourne United, currently placed seventh in the league with a 1-1 record, is optimistic about the season ahead. Oduro, in his first year with the team, has already made a significant impact, demonstrating his capabilities on the court. His 21-point, 8-rebound performance against SE Melbourne was crucial in securing the victory and ultimately leading his team to become the champion. Oduro's individual performance this season has been outstanding, with impressive averages of 17.5 points per game and 7.0 rebounds per game in the two matches he has played. It is evident that Oduro, a naturalized American, is proving to be a valuable asset to Melbourne United as they strive for success in the league.
#3. Justin Kier, a 6'4'' guard at 28 years old, graduated from Arizona in 2022 but previously played for GMU from 2016 to 2020. Currently, he is playing professionally in Germany. In a recent match, Kier played a crucial role as MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg, ranked seventh in the league, secured a narrow 81-78 victory over the Seawolves. Kier's impressive performance included scoring 20 points and making 5 assists in 34 minutes of play. This win showcased his skills and contribution to the team as a finalist. Notably, this season marks Kier's debut with MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg, and he has already made a significant impact. In a standout game against Rostock, he scored 20 points, grabbed 3 rebounds, and dished out 5 assists, demonstrating his capabilities on the court. His overall performance this season has been commendable, averaging 14.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game in the two games he has played. Kier's consistent contributions highlight why he is considered a champion in the sport.
#4. Zachary Anderson, a 24-year-old forward standing at 6'7" and an alumnus of the Patriots from 2025, is currently playing professionally in the United Kingdom. He played a pivotal role in helping the Patriots secure the Atlantic 10 Regular Season Co-Champion title that year. In a recent British Super League Basketball game, Anderson, now a member of the Bristol Flyers, showcased his talent by leading his team to victory against the closely-ranked Cheshire Phoenix with a final score of 101-92. During the game, Anderson put up an impressive performance, contributing 14 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 blocks in 30 minutes of play. This game was highly anticipated as it featured two of the top 4 ranked teams in the league, with Bristol Flyers currently holding the third position with a record of 1-1. Anderson's strong showing on the court highlighted his abilities as a champion, helping his team secure the win. So far this season, Anderson has been maintaining solid statistics with an average of 12.5 points per game, 3.5 rebounds per game, 1.5 blocks per game, and 1.5 steals per game in the two games he has played. His consistent performance and leadership qualities continue to make him a standout finalist in the league.
#5. Saquan Singleton, a 6'6'' guard who graduated from GMU in 2023 and now plays professionally in Chile, showcased his skills as a champion in Puerto Montt's recent victory over the third-ranked Ancud in the Chilean Liga Nacional de Basquetbol. Singleton's stellar performance included a double-double, scoring 20 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and providing 7 assists in just 34 minutes of play. This impressive display of talent contributed significantly to his team's 94-83 win on Thursday night. Singleton's contributions have been instrumental in CEB Puerto Montt's success, as they currently hold the fourth position in the Places 1-8 group standings. This victory marked their fifth consecutive win, highlighting their strong form as they head towards the final stages of the competition. The upcoming game for Singleton and his team will be crucial as they aim to maintain their momentum and secure a favorable position for the final stages of the tournament. Having joined the team for his first season, Singleton has proven to be a standout player with impressive statistics throughout the year. Averaging 15.1 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game (ranking third in the league), along with 1.5 steals per game in the 14 games he has played so far, Singleton has consistently displayed his value as a key player and a true finalist in the making.
#6. French champion Nicolas Pavrette, a 24-year-old 6'11'' F/C and Patriots alumnus from 2024, received the Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Silver First Team award that year. Currently playing professionally in Germany, Pavrette recently made his debut for Veolia Towers Hamburg. In his first game, he contributed 5 points and 7 rebounds in just 15 minutes on the court. Despite his efforts, Veolia Towers Hamburg suffered a 96-72 defeat against Telekom Baskets. Pavrette continued to showcase his skills in the next game against Bonn, scoring another 5 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. However, his team once again fell short, unable to secure a victory despite his solid performance.
#7. D'Shawn Schwartz, a 6'7'' forward who graduated from GMU in 2022 and received the Atlantic 10 All-Academic Team award that year, currently plays professionally in Australia. In a recent game, Schwartz was unable to lead South East Melbourne Phoenix (1-2) to victory as they fell short against the higher-ranked (#8) JackJumpers, losing 91-96 on the road. Despite his solid performance, contributing 12 points and 5 rebounds in 27 minutes of play, SE Melbourne was unable to secure the win. Schwartz showcased his skills in a noteworthy display against Tasmania, scoring 12 points, collecting 5 rebounds, and providing 1 assist. Nevertheless, his team was unable to clinch the victory. In the current season, Schwartz maintains an average of 7.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game over three matches.
Other former George Mason University players, who play in pro basketball:
Gabe Norwood (6'5''-G/F-1985, played in 2003-07) plays for Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in Filipino PBA
Darryl Monroe (6'8''-C/F-1986, played in 2006-07) played for Seoul SK Knights in South Korean KBL
Woody Newton (6'9''-G/F-2001, played in 2023-25) plays for Rayos de Hermosillo in Mexican CIBACOPA
Jaire Grayer (6'5''-G-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for Zonkeys de Tijuana in Mexican CIBACOPA
Victor Bailey Jr (6'4''-SG-1998, played in 2022-23) signed for Denizli Basket in Turkish BSL
Bryon Allen (6'4''-G-1992, played in 2010-14) played for Shabab Al Ahli in UAE ULB
Ryan Pearson (6'6''-F-1990, played in 2008-12) plays for Mets de Guaynabo in Puerto Rican BSN
Shevon Thompson (7'0''-C-1993, played in 2014-16) signed for JDA Dijon Bourgogne in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Jared Billups (6'4''-G-2002, played in 2023-25) signed for Tasomix Rosiek Stal Ostrow Wielkopolski in Polish OBL
Otis Livingston II (5'11''-PG-1996, played in 2015-19) signed for Cluj Napoca in Romanian Liga Nationala
Daniel Relvao (6'10''-C-1996, played in 2013-17) plays for Benfica in Portuguese Liga Betclic
Darius Maddox (6'5''-G-2002, played in 2023-25) signed for Svendborg in Danish BasketLigaen
Dola Adebayo (6'8''-F-2003, played in 2025-26) signed for Groningen in Dutch DBL
Ronald Polite (6'2''-G-2002, played in 2020-24) signed for Craiova in Romanian Liga Nationala
K.D. Johnson (6'0''-PG-2001, played in 2024-25) played for Keila Coolbet in Estonian KML
Masai Troutman (6'5''-G-2002, played in 2025-26) signed for Kouvot in Finnish Korisliiga
Javon Greene (6'4''-G-1999, played in 2017-21) plays for Madzari 2003 in North Macedonian Super League
Nick Ellington (6'8''-C-2021, played in 2025-26) signed for Gence in Azerbaijani ABL
Marquise Moore (6'2''-G-1994, played in 2013-17) played for Vendee Challans Basket in French NM1
Jamal Hartwell II (5'11''-PG-1999, played in 2018-22) signed for Laval in French NM1
Jalen Jenkins (6'7''-PF-1994, played in 2012-12) signed for Pays Salonais in French NM1
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of George Mason University basketball alumni.
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